Posts by Mason Carter

I built a Spotify streamer with a Raspberry Pi that sounds better than smart speakers

The Sound of Convenience: Trading Vintage Warmth for Smart Speakers The quest for effortless home entertainment has led many of

Bypassing Roku’s DNS block with a perfect workaround

In the age of instant entertainment, our homes are increasingly powered by smart devices. Streaming sticks and media players have

Super Micro pleads guilty to AI chip smuggling to China

The high-stakes world of artificial intelligence is not just defined by groundbreaking algorithms; it is also shadowed by complex, illicit

Gaming performance: Windows 7 vs Windows 11 on a modern PC

When Windows 7 launched nearly two decades ago, it was quickly eclipsed by the arrival of Windows Vista. Yet, seventeen

Console prices soar fewer people buy them

The high-stakes world of console gaming is currently presenting a fascinating financial paradox: as hardware prices climb, so do the

MoE models redefine GPU limits and why hardware advice fails

When diving into the exciting world of self-hosting Large Language Models, the initial experience is often a blend of intellectual

6 uncomfortable truths about your mesh Wi-Fi system

Taming the Wi-Fi Wild: Why Mesh Systems Are the Future of Home Connectivity We all know the frustration. You walk

The sole remaining Android Fire Stick

This year marks a seismic shift in the world of streaming devices, proving to be one of the most transformative

Gigabyte B760 and H610 boards support new Intel LGA1700 CPUs

Gigabyte is setting the stage for the next generation of PC builders, dropping crucial BIOS support that opens the door

Windows must change to unlock OLED’s true visual potential

The quest for perfect visual clarity is not a new one. It is a battle waged across two decades, pitting

Windows 11 remote desktop is free

The Hidden Gems of Operating Systems: Why You Should Look Past the AI Hype In the relentless advertising cycle of

Garriott secures Ultima rights back from EA in 2027

Richard Garriott, the visionary behind some of the most iconic titles in computer role-playing games, is poised for an exciting

Endorfy Viro Wireless: No Charger Needed Review

In the highly competitive world of gaming peripherals, where endurance often seems like a myth, a new contender has entered

Can’t stop writing in this gorgeous notes app

The quest for the perfect note-taking application is a journey filled with endless trials. Over the years, we have all

WoW changes snowballed as Blizzard chased 4 new dungeons

The World of Warcraft universe is constantly evolving, but sometimes that evolution is less about massive overhauls and more about

Keurig spills 1TB of data over home network

When an IT professional was called in to troubleshoot a frustratingly slow home Wi-Fi network, they were led on a

Unlock your TV potential with USB-C

The Revolution in Ports: Why USB Type-C Is the Future We’ve Been Waiting For In the ever-evolving world of digital

Microsoft cuts 4TB in M365 Family sparking backlash and cancellations

The world of cloud storage just got a little tighter. Microsoft has quietly rolled out a significant change to its

Mafia III 10th Anniversary Free Update

When a gaming franchise hits a significant milestone, it’s time for a celebration—and a serious technical upgrade. That’s exactly what

Master Chief invades Gears of War with Noble Team mods

The launch of Gears of War: E-Day has sparked a wave of creativity, and the modding community is already unleashing

Plug anything into your TV USB port and see what happens

The Hidden Potential of Your Smart TV When you finally acquire that brand new smart television, the initial excitement often

Coder ports real P.T. to PC a reflection

There are some legends that simply refuse to die, and few have commanded as much devoted, unsettling attention as Hideo

Raspberry Pi Desktop reunites with PCs and Macs after four years

Bring the Retro Revival: Raspberry Pi Desktop is Back and Better Than Ever If you’ve been sitting on some older

Upgrade your laptop with the Acer docking station for under $100

New laptops are often designed for portability, which means they frequently come equipped with a surprisingly limited selection of ports.

AMD is bringing FSR 4 to gaming handhelds and laptops by year-end

AMD Plans Major FSR 4 Expansion for Gaming Handhelds and Laptops The road to smoother, higher-fidelity gaming is getting clearer,